Chill Like The Japanese! 6 Izakayas To Wind Down Your Work Week
Looking to unwind over a large variety of sakes or whiskies while indulging in some tapas, yakitori or some good Japanese food? With Izakayas growing in popularity as a spot for after-work drinks and chill out, we have hunted down the best bars and restaurants for your top-notch sake, cocktails and Japanese-inspired bar bites.
Pop by our list of recommended hidden izakayas in Singapore, we’re sure you’ll enjoy the relaxing, chill-out vibes while you hit the bottles.
1. Hokkaido Izakaya
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Image credit: 95 Tanjong Pagar Road, Singapore 088516 Contact: 65 6221 7118
Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 11.30am-2.30pm; 6pm-12am, Sun/PH 11.30am-2.30pm; 6pm-10.30pm
2. Bar Ippudo
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This recently opened bar by the famed Ippudo ramen brand specialises in over 80 Japanese sake labels. These sake labels are from more than 20 sake breweries from Japan. With such a large variety, Bar Ippudo caters to both retail and dine-in customers. With tons of Japanese bar bites to everyone’s favourite Hakata-style ramen, you’ll always have something to pair with your sakes.
This minimalist 12-seater bar is the place to go if you’re looking for a cosy yet intimate sake dining experience.
9 Bras Basah Road, RendezVous Hotel Gallery, #02-02A, Singapore 189559
Contact: 65 6235 2547
Opening Hours: Sun-Thu 11.30am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11.30am-11pm
3. Bam! Tapas-Sake Bar
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Image credit: 38 Tras St, Singapore 078977Contact: 65 6235 2547
Opening Hours: Sun-Thu 11.30am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11.30am-11pm
4. JINzakaya
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Tucked at a backstreet off Rangoon Road beside its sister concept restaurant Sushi Jin, lies the new retro-chic JINzakaya. JINzakaya is a small quaint restaurant refurnished as an old Tokyo train station with Japanese commercials playing in the background. The restaurant displays retro posters on dark walls and uses rustic wooden furniture. Choose to dine at the main dining area or simply sit at the counter seat to watch chefs prepare your food.
JINzakaya offers a wide range of yakimono (grilled items), bar bites, and noodles in its cosy small restaurant. For drinks to go along, try their Shichi Hon Yari Junmai Ginjo Tamasakae for a refreshing and slightly tangy taste. If you appreciate a good Japanese meal with a dose of sake, this intimate restaurant is highly recommend! Do book before coming as space at JINzakaya is limited.
1 Farrer Park Station Road, #01-08/10 Owen Link, Singapore 217562
Contact: 65 62443 1173
Opening Hours: Daily 12pm-3pm; 7pm-11pm
5. Neon Pigeon
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Located at the hip enclave of Keong Saik Road lies Neon Pigeon. Serving up Japanese small plates to go along with its lists of craft sakes and other liqueurs, this restaurant is fit for both after-work drinks and intimate dates. The restaurant has a lively atmosphere. Its interior has a funky vibe as its decor is a mix of industrial concrete and wood. Huge graffiti murals adorn the walls.
Their artistic cocktails are to die for. Try their house signature “Throw a Kyuri-ken” which is a refreshing mix of vodka tossed with cucumber. If you prefer sticking to sake, the bar’s special in-house junmai daiginjo sake features a lighter taste that pairs well with food. With a huge crowd flocking to this well-loved restaurant, do make a reservation to secure the best seats! What’s more, what we love about Neon Pigeon is their no-service-charge policy!
1 Keong Saik Rd, Singapore 089109
Contact: 65 6222 3623
Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 6pm-12am, Closed on Sun
6. Izakaya 95
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Looking for a no-frills, relaxing place to enjoy good Japanese dishes with perfectly matched Japanese beers, whiskies, sakes and shochus? This hidden gem at Punggol settlement has it all! At Izakaya 95, wind down to a relaxing seafront view and enjoy bar food and traditional charcoal grill dishes paired with premium beers and a wide selection of alcohol. Try their Hakurakusei Tokubetsu Junmai Sake for a smooth, clean and crisp light body with unami.
Though this location is quite inaccessible, it is certainly well-worth the trip! Do note that driving to Izakaya 95 would be the best way to get there.
Izakaya 95
Address: 3 Punggol Point Road, #02-05 The Punggol Settlement
Contact: 65 6384 1132
Opening Hours: Mon-Thu 5pm-12am, Fri/PH eve 5pm-1am, Sat 1.30pm-1am, Sun/PH 12.30am-12am
There’s so much more to look forward to after a hard day of work. Call your friends, book a reservation at one of these spots and unwind to great food and drinks!
(Header Image by JINzakaya Facebook Page, edited by writer)
Also read: Wind Down Your Week – 6 Whisky Bars All Whisky Lovers Must Visit
Wind Down Your Week – 6 Whisky Bars All Whisky Lovers Must Visit
Imagine a long day at work rushing though deadlines and submissions, attending meetings in and out, all you need to wind down the work week is a glass of whisky. With whiskies becoming more popular, everyone wants to try out unique whiskies, from Scotch to Japanese to American and even Australian and Indian.
Whether you are a casual drinker or a zealous whisky lover, here’s our list of recommended whisky bars you must visit.
1. B28
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This bar is one of Singapore’s best kept secrets. Located in the basement of The Club along Ann Siang Road, B28 offers a bespoke selection of more than 200 different Scottish Single Malts. With live jazz performances ($15/person) from Thursdays to Saturdays, the ambience is more than perfect.
Aside from their huge whiskey selection, they have great cocktails mixed by their resident mixologist too. As the bar is small and intimate, do get there before 10pm for a good seat. Otherwise, simply make your reservations Basement No. 28, Ann Siang Road, The Club Hotel, Singapore 069708
Opening Hours: Mon-Wed 6pm-12am, Thu 6pm-1am, Fri-Sat 6pm-2am, Closed on Sundays
2. The Auld Alliance
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Known to have the largest collection of whiskies in Southeast Asia, The Auld Alliance has a comprehensive selection of over 1400 whiskies available for purchase with whiskies from every distillery in Scotland available. For those looking for an introduction, the bar has entry level whiskies from bigger distilleries like Talisker, Balvenie, The Glenlivet, Springbank and many others. There are also tasting sets to introduce you to different whiskies, so you can find your favourite.
If you’re not looking for whiskies, there is a fine selection of other Absinthes and cocktails available. So the next time you are around the Bras Basah area, be sure to pop by The Auld Alliance, you certainly won’t be disappointed!
9 Bras Basah Road, RendezVous Hotel Gallery, #02-02A, Singapore 189559
Contact: 65 6337 2201 (from 5pm)
Opening Hours: Mon-Thu 5pm-1am, Fri-Sat 5pm-2am, Sun 5pm-12am
3. Quaich Bar
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Recognised as “a Great Whisky Bar of the World” by The Whisky Magazine, The Quaich bar is one of the most exquisite whisky bars you will find in Singapore. Be spoilt for choice as you wind down and enjoy more than 500 types of whiskies at the bar. To assist you in your journey to discover more whiskies, The Quaich bar has crafted distinctly-themed sampling sets of whiskies. Other than whiskies, they also offer a variety of beers, wines, tequilas, rums, and vodkas.
390A Havelock Road, #01-09/10 Waterfront Plaza Singapore 169663
Contact: 65 6732 3452
Opening Hours: Mon-Thu 5pm-1am, Fri-Sat 5pm-2am, Sun 5pm-1am
4. The Single Cask
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Located in the heart of the city at Chijmes, The Single Cask is a cosy destination for cafe goers and liquor lovers. This quaint joint operates as a cafe and liquor shop by day and whisky bar by night. Specialising in quality whisky and spirits, this whisky shop sells over 250 labels for take away from 11am to 10.30pm. Its bar opens at 6pm and you get to enjoy a range of whisky flights and drams as well. At the Single Cask, they offer lockers to store your unfinished bottles for a 2nd encounter.
The Single Cask
Address: 390A Havelock Road, #01-09/10 Waterfront Plaza Singapore 169663
Contact: 65 6732 3452
Opening Hours: Mon-Thu 5pm-1am, Fri-Sat 5pm-2am, Sun 5pm-1am
5. The Connoisseur Divan
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The Connoisseur Divan offers great acoustic live music. With its luxurious interior and charming bar setting, The Connoisseur’s bar houses more than 90 rare and exclusive premium single malt Scotch whisky, wine and champagnes. If you are into smoking cigar, The Connoisseur Divan has a cigar smoke room on the second floor. You may also purchase from their wide range of Cuba cigars. Outdoor seating is also available if that’s what you prefer.
The Connoisseur Divan
Address: 207 River Valley Road, #01-62 UE Square, Singapore 238275
Contact: 65 6733 7141
Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 2pm-1am, Sun 4pm-11pm, Closed on PH
6. The Secret Mermaid
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Image credit: 10 Collyer Quay, B1-08 Ocean Financial Centre, Singapore 049315Contact: 65 6733 7141
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 5pm-11pm, Closed on Sat & Sun
If you consider yourself a whisky lover and haven’t been to any of the places listed above, you are missing out big time! So what are you waiting for? Head down to these venues and cheers to a great drink or two.
(Header image by 8 Cool Places For An Ultimate Chill Out Weekend At Kampong Glam
8 Enchanting & Secret Photography Spots You Never Knew Existed
As a dense and developed country full of skyscrapers and shopping malls lining the city, it can be difficult to find the perfect spot for your pre-wedding shoots. Choosing a pre-wedding shoot can be just as hard as deciding where the wedding ceremony will be held. Of course, you can fly elsewhere to popular romantic destinations with gorgeous backdrops and views but why break the bank when Singapore actually has secret photography spots that are not only enchanting, but also romantic.
If your type of pre-wedding photography includes the sea, sand, landscape and the sun in a serene, private spot, here’s our ultimate guide for secret photography spots you never knew existed! These secret photography spots are definitely great for lovers of lush greenery and sandy beaches.
1. Coney Island
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2. Lazarus Island
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Known as one of Singapore’s last unspoilt beaches, Lazarus Island has grown in popularity with young Singaporeans eager for a quiet hideaway far from the crowd. Easy to reach with a 15 minutes boat ride from Marina South Pier, this is the place to get your beach photoshoots. Do note that this place may be a little troublesome as there are no toilets or shelters available on the island.
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3. Upper Seletar Reservoir
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Missed Punggol’s ‘Instagram tree’? Fret not, you can find another version nestled at Upper Seletar Reservoir. The vast open spaces, often silhouetted against the backdrop of a pastel-hued sunset and gorgeous body of water make this lesser-known location great for nature-inspired photos.
Another pretty spot to take around Upper Seletar Reservoir is the jetty to the left of the tree along the reservoir.
Location
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4. Upper Pierce Reservoir Park
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If you’re a fan of rivers, lakes and oceans, Upper Pierce Reservoir Park makes a wonderful pre-wedding shoot location. With its vast body of water, beautiful forest and serene environment, you’ll feel like you’re in another country. This reservoir is a great location for sunset wedding shoots or a morning sunrise shoot. With its large open spaces allowing room for creativity, get your props ready for a fun shoot.
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5. Tuas Lalang Fields
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Unknown to many, this hidden gem in the deserted South-West of Singapore offers a vast vacant field where lalang grows aplenty. The setting is gorgeous for warm, summery photos where you need not worry about pesky onlookers. With such a quiet, private and peaceful location, this is a great spot for a magical and romantic shoot.
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6. Punggol Lalang Field
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The best time to visit the lalang fields is definitely during the evening as the setting sun provides a soft touch to images with warmth and nostalgia. Although the lalang fields in Punggol are longer, and the lalangs taller, than the ones in Tuas, they are similar looking, with the exact same type of grass.
Location
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7. Sunset Way Railway Tracks
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The abandoned railway track is a popular photo-taking spot for many couples. There is a rugged, nostalgic, vintage feel to the iconic cast iron bridge. Apart from the track, the train station and rusted overarching structures provide a photogenic backdrop. Besides the railway tracks at Sunset Way, there are also alternatives at Tanjong Pagar and Bukit Timah (along Rifle Range Road). Do take extra care when venturing onto any abandoned tracks as you’ll have to climb hilly terrains and walk between the planks on the track. This may be a tedious location to get to, but you’ll get to capture lovely photos.
Location
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8. Changi Boardwalk
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Not just the perfect place for plane spotting, Changi Boardwalk is also a lovely spot surrounded by natural beauty. This spot has heaps of natural landscapes for photographers to work with and is also popular for its vast sunset sky. The combination of water, wood, stones and trees evoke a poetic and serene feel.
Location
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With such secret photography spots in Singapore, why settle for indoor studio shoots? Venture out and capture your pre-wedding shots with nature as your backdrop. Tip: do plan your day in advance, scout the area first, schedule your photographer and make-up artist, and prepare your props!
(Header image credit: 5 Spots in SG To Catch The Sunrise Of Your Lifetime!
It’s Now Or Never – Snag These 8 Best Lifestyle Deals This GSS
Get your shopping pumps ready ladies, because the Great Singapore Sale (GSS) is back! (of course guys are most welcome to shop too).
With an extended period of 10 weeks, this year’s GSS is going to be slightly different where it’ll be be held from 3 June to 14 August instead. But with all these great deals going on, we’ve decided to narrow down your search by hunting down the best deals for your lifestyle and home needs! Whether you are looking to decorate your new home or some lifestyle products to jazz things up at home, here’re some great deals we highly recommend you should snag up as soon as you’re done reading.
1. Muji
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Image credit: Ahh yes This GSS, Muji brings only outstanding savings . With up to 50% discounts on a wide selection of items, be sure to visit one of its many outlets stocks. Check out their various locations .
Muji (313@Somerset)
Address: 313 Orchard Road, 313@Somerset #B2-38-41 & 47-49 S238895
Tel: +65 6634 5053
Opening Hours: Daily 1oam-10pm
2. Naiise
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From now till 14 Aug, Naiise brings you its very own GSS – the Goodbye Salary Sale. With more than two thousand products on sale, this is one of its biggest sales you must not miss! From tech gadgets to home decor products, drop by Naiise to view their wide range of products.
Be rewarded when you shop with their GSS Rewards Card where you get to redeem an exclusive Naiise Tote Bag. What’s more, check their GSS Sunday Flash Sale for special GSS offers on Sunday 10pm to 12am or simply sign up for their newsletters for exclusive promo codes
Shop online or at their various outlets now!
Naiise (Orchard Gateway)
Address: 277 Orchard Road, Orchard Gateway, #02-02/24, S238858
Opening Hours: Daily 11am-10pm
3. Crate and Barrel
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Image credit: Crate and Barrel provides a wide assortment of affordable furniture, housewares, home decor and more. Catering to every budget shopper, drop by Crate and Barrel if you are planning to jazz up your home. This GSS, Crate and Barrel is having a 20% sale off housewares and furniture till 17 July.
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In addition, from now till 31 July, spend $1000 and above to participate in their “Spin the Wheel” give-away to win exclusive Crate and Barrel merchandise worth up to $250! This offer is only available at the ION Orchard store.
2 Orchard Turn, ION Orchard
Contact: 65 6634 4222
Opening Hours: Daily 10.30am-9.30pm
2 Orchard Turn, ION Orchard
Contact: 65 6634 8488
Opening Hours: Daily 10am-10pm
4. Commune
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By Koda, an export-only furniture manufacturing company, Enjoy discounts from Commune this GSS with items up to 50% off! Been eyeing that marble coffee table or that particular dining set? Now is the perfect time to get them! Sale ends 22 July. For more information, check out the store nearest to you Commune (Millenia Walk)
Address: 9 Raffles Boulevard, #02-52 Millenia Walk, S039596
Contact: 65 6338 3823
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 1130am-9pm, Sat/Sun 11am-9pm
5. Toyku Hands
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At Toyku Hands, you can find all kinds of products from travel goods to unique lifestyle products. If you are looking for creative inspiration, this is the place to be. With items up to a jaw-dropping 70% off till 3 July, there’s simply no excuse to delay your home improvement project.
For more discounts, grab a coupon from TODAY Paper and the Straits Times and be entitled to an extra 5% discount off your purchases. Instead of scrambling for newspapers, you can choose to like their Facebook page and share their GSS post to get the discount! Do note that for some items, the promotion ends on 26 June.
3 Gateway Drive. #01-36/37 Westgate, S608532
Contact: 65 6710 7100
Opening Hours: Daily 10am-10pm
181 Orchard Road, #B1-07 Orchard Central, S238896
Contact: 65 6834 3755
Opening Hours: Daily 11am-10pm
6. Fred Lives Here
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You can surely find a homeware you’ll like at Fred Lives Here
Address: 181 Orchard Road, #02-14 Orchard Central Mall, Singapore 238896
Contact: 65 6634 3733
Opening Hours: Daily 10am-10pm
7. Hip Van
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Can’t afford the time to visit a physical store? At Hipvan, you can browse through the various furniture and home decor on offer. With up to 75% off items and additional 25% off discounted prices (simply use code ‘GREAT25’), this is one sale you do not wish to miss! Sale ends 19 June, so be quick! Hipvan has a surprise sale every other week till the end of July so be sure to visit their website for updates.
8. Tott Store
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If you’re looking for kitchenware products, be sure to head down to Tott, a heaven for all bakers and chefs. With its 11,000 kitchen selections, you can get practically anything at this Asia’s largest kitchenware store.
From now till 14 August, enjoy up to 50% off selected items. Alternatively, you can shop online here.
Tott (Dunearn)
Address: 896 Dunearn Road, S589472
Opening Hours: Mon-Thu 11am-8pm, Fri 11am-9pm, Sat, Sun & PH 10am-9om
Tott (Suntec)
Address: 3 Temasek Blvd, #02-427, S038983
Opening Hours: Fri-Sat 11am-9.30pm, Sun-Thu 11am-9pm
There’s no better time to spend your money than at the GSS! With great deals and massive discounts, you’ll regret not snagging up these bargains.
Let us know if you have any other must visit places or online stores for some not-to-be-missed home decor and furnishing deals!
(Header image by digitaltrends, words by writer)
8 Geylang Serai Bazaar Street Snacks Worth Braving The Heat For!
Possibly the most anticipated pasar malam of the year, Geylang Serai Bazaar is here! From household products to apparels to mouth-watering snacks, the Bazaar offers practically everything. With more stalls than before, Geylang Serai Bazaar is back with awesome food that makes all the heat and queues worthwhile.
From fancy rainbow bagels to everyone’s favourite salted egg churros, here’s our list of must-try hipster snacks at this year’s Geylang Serai Bazaar. Be prepared by coming with empty stomachs!
1. Salted Egg Churros
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Hands up salted egg yolk lovers! Here’s a new rendition – Churros with Salted Egg Yolk Sauce. Try Locoloco‘s new creation – bite size churros drizzled with salted egg yolk sauce ($6) – for some eggy goodness. Don’t fret if salted egg yolk is not your thing as they offer a variety of flavours ranging from pandan with gula melaka to red velvet. Can’t really decide on a flavour? Get a platter with all the flavours and sauces with an additional dollar for the Salted Egg Yolk Sauce!
What’s more, Locoloco is serving soft serve ice cream with their churros this year – another must-try on our list!
Loco Loco
Location: Next to Mr. Teh Tarik
Price: $4.50/cup, $16 (assortment), $6 (churros with soft serve/salted egg yolk sauce)
2. Rainbow Bagel
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Get your sugar fix from this pretty Rainbow Bagel! From the people of WORD., these bagels filled with strawberry cream cheese funfetti and tasty marshmallows are going at $8. A little tip from us: these bagels are best eaten fresh as they tend to turn a little soggy after a while! Queues are fairly long at WORD. but we’d say it’s worth the queueing.
WORD.
Location: Booth 9 at the open space carpark along Engku Aman Road
Price: $8
3. S’mores Dip
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These S’mores Dip from Happy Rollies will leave you wanting for more! Consisting of biscuits and marshmallows nested above a bed of chocolate, this snack definitely tastes as yummy as it looks.
This popular stall can be identified through its snaking queue. The waiting time can take as long as 30mins! That said, you can also take the chance to order the Fried Ice-Cream Rolls ($5) with toppings ranging from banana to maple cornflakes.
Happy Rollies
Price: $3.50
4. Watermelon Volcano
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The perfect refresher for the sweltering heat, the Watermelon Volcano is a must have when browsing the bazaar. Topped with freshly scooped watermelon balls, condensed milk, syrup and ice served in a watermelon husk, this thirst quencher will definitely cool you down.
The medium Watermelon Volcano is priced at $6.90 and is a good size for sharing among 2-3 people.
Happy Rollies
Price: $6.90 (Medium)/$12.90 (Large)
5. Spicy Korean Yoghurt
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Up for a different yoghurt experience? This Spicy Korean Yoghurt is the perfect dessert for you. Topped with chopped almonds, cranberries and spicy Korean hot sauce, this Vanilla Yoghurt ($5) is definitely a new experience for all yoghurt lovers.
Location: Along Haig Road
Price: $5
6. Macaron Ice Cream
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What’s better than Macarons and ice-cream? A Macaron Ice Cream obviously. Presented by the folks at Barakah-Fe, the macaron shells are crisp and chewy. Ice cream flavours are available in oreo, vanilla, nutella, chocolate or salted caramel. Not only do you get to taste the best of both worlds, this highly delightful dessert is also very instagram-worthy.
Barakah-Fe
Location: Along Haig Road
Price: $4
7. Fried Oreos
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What’s a pasar malam trip without fried food, right? Deep fried to perfection, this snack is a twist to everyone’s childhood snack. Besides its delicious melty chocolate on the inside, choose between icing sugar ($3) and chocolate sauce or condensed milk ($3.50) to complete your perfect dessert!
Price: $3 (With icing sugar)/$3.50 (With chocolate sauce or condensed milk)
8. Cotton Candy Soda
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Think over-the-top milkshakes are too much? Think again. Offered by Backalley Bites, this novelty comes with different flavours of soda – Grape, Blueberry and Cherry. Top that off with sweet cotton candy and tadah, the sweetest drink of all time.
Backalley Bites
Price: $3/$2 without cotton candy
Some tips from us for those visiting the bazaar:
Bring a portable fan, wear light clothing and arm yourself with a watermelon volcano. A fair bit of walking will be needed to search for these stalls so a comfortable pair of walking shoes is recommended.
That said, gather as many friends, head down to the Geylang Serai Bazaar this instant and soak up the Hari Raya spirit!
Geylang Serai Bazaar
Date: 4 June – 6 July
Time: 5pm till late
Location: Along the stretch of Changi Road between Joo Chiat and Paya Lebar Road
(Paya Lebar MRT Exit A. Due to construction work this year, turn left and follow the crowd instead of heading in the direction of the Singapore Post Centre)
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Also read: Wanna Watch Euro 2016? Here Are 9 Screening Places For Best Vibes
Wanna Watch Euro 2016? Here Are 9 Screening Places For Best Vibes
On 11 June, the 2016 UEFA European Championship kicked off its first match in France. If you’re looking for a late night spot that opens till the wee hours of the morning, we have them all lined up for you. You’ll certainly find a Euro 2016 screening place that suits your budget.
1. McGettigan’s Clarke Quay
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Located at the vibrant Clarke Quay, Mcgettigan’s offers award winning Irish cuisine. Come in and grab a cold beer with some great food while enjoying the live action. With 18 screens, there isn’t any bad viewing spot in the bar.
If you missed some games as you were working, they have Eleven Sports Network channel locked on throughout the day. Catch all that you have missed from the previous night over a lunch or an early cocktail! There will be regular party nights with live bands, DJs, expert pre-game, half-time analysis and special guest appearances including former Englang international and World Cup semi-finalist Paul Parker.
Find out exactly what games they’ll be showing by checking out the schedule 3A River Valley Road, Merchant’s Court, Singapore
Tel: 65 6837 0577
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 12pm-3am, Sat-Sun 10am-3am (Hours will be extended for UEFA screenings)
2. The Bank Bar + Bistro
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Opening Hours: Mon 11am-11pm, Tues-Fri 11am-12am, Sat/Sun/PH 9am-12am (Hours will be extended for UEFA screenings)
3. Harry’s Bar
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Harry’s Boat Quay. Image credit: 28 Boat Quay, Singapore 049818Tel: 65 6538 3029
Opening Hours: Sun-Thu/PH 7.30pm-1am, Fri, Sat, Eve of PH 7.30am-2am
4. Paulaner Clarke Quay
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Unwind to a freshly taped ice cold beer at Paulaner Clarke Quay and enjoy the bustling crowds among the fans of Euro2016. With its warm and appealing setting completed with Paulaner beer imported from Germany, you can cheer on your favourite team with the right atmosphere. Enjoy 1 litre beers at $28++ and towers at $78++.
Call them to reserve the best seats in the house! For more information visit their Facebook page.
Paulaner Clarke Quay
Address: 3B River Valley Rd, Singapore 179021
Tel: 65 6338 0480
Opening Hours: Mon-Tue 6pm-2am, Wed 6pm-3am, Thu 6pm-2am, Fri-Sat 6pm-4am, Sun 6pm-12am
5. Paulaner Bräuhaus
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Enjoy a wide range of original Bavarian dishes and your favourite Paulaner beer at Singapore’s only German Mircrobrewery and restaurant. With live screenings available throughout the season, be sure to soak up its truly unique Baverian atmosphere!
Check their Facebook page for updates on schedules and times. Special menus are available during the live screenings. Whats more, if you guess the scores correctly, you can even win a pint of beer!
Paulaner Bräuhaus
Address: 9 Raffles Boulevard, #01-01 Millenia Walk, Singapore 039596
Tel: 65 6883 2572
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 12pm-2.30pm; Sun-Thu 12pm-1am
6. Boulevard Craftbeer
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Boulevard Craftbeer9 Raffles Boulevard, #01-23 Millenia Walk, Singapore 039596
Tel: 65 6883 2033
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 11am-12.30am, Sat-Sun 3pm-12am
7. The Penny Black
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Located at Boat Quay, The Penny Black Victorian London Pub is without doubt a great place to catch a live screening! Whether you’re looking for an alfresco sitting or air-conditioned indoor space, this pub has it all. Enjoy hearty London pub favourite meals and a mix of enticing local and western bar food on offer from 3pm. With their new 79″ TV and special promotions on beer ($51 Nett for 4 selected draught beers on tap), we definitely recommend this place!
Keep an eye out for which games they will be screening The Penny Black9 Raffles Boulevard, #01-23 Millenia Walk, Singapore 039596
Tel: 65 6883 2033
Opening Hours: Mon-Thu 11.30am-1am, Fri-Sat 11.30am-2am, Sun 11.30am-12am
8. Community Centres
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For those with a tight budget, here’s a great place to consider. Well, the best places are always free. Though these places may not be as cosy as the couches at the bars, you can bring along your own snacks and drinks, and gather a group of friends living nearby to enjoy the live screening together.
Heres the list of participating CCs: Football Live Screenings at CCs.
9. SAFRA Clubs
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Enjoy hot snacks and chilled drinks as you cheer on your favourite teams while watching the live screening at the atrium! With live screenings available at SAFRA Mount Faber, SAFRA Jurong, SAFRA Tampines and SAFRA Yishun Country Club, gather all your buddies and unwind to a game or two!
At SAFRA Jurong, you can even enjoy free snacks at selected matches when you flash your SAFRA card. If you think you can predict the winner, be sure to walk away with amazing prizes in the quizzes and lucky draws.
Check their page for match screenings and updates SAFRA Mount Faber, SAFRA Jurong, SAFRA Tampines and SAFRA Yishun Country Club
With so many choices available for UEFA Euro 2016 screening place, we’re sure you won’t miss any of the action and fun! Featuring biggest stars such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale and Paul Pogba, its tough to pick our favourite teams. Spain, France, Germany, England? We’ll leave that choice to you. Come join in the party and cheer to your heart’s content as you catch the exciting matches live!
Also read: Beerfest Asia 2016 – Bottoms Up To Your Favourite Beers & More!
8 Kampong Glam Places For Cool Vibes, Best Drinks, And Music That Will Soothe Your Soul
Often referred to as the ‘Arab quarter’ in Singapore, Kampong Glam has turned into a hip neighbourhood enclave in recent years. Quaint restaurants, cool laidback bars and boutiques dot the area. Whether you’re a tourist or a local, you must visit the Kampong Glam district.
If you are looking for a place to chill out during the weekends, here are our recommendations. Follow us as we unveil the many chill out places you never knew!
1. Going Om
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Decent dive bars are hard to come by, yet Going Om ticks all the criteria of a good bar on our list. Tucked in the eclectic Haji lane, this bar brings a homely and cosy atmosphere. You can sit on little stools with small tables and listen to great live music. Chill at this bar and enjoy the relaxed vibes. This hidden gem is definitely a good getaway from the busy city life.
Drink prices here are pretty decent with a daily happy hour from 5pm to 9pm and house pours from $8.
63 Haji Ln, Singapore 189256
Tel: 65 6396 3592
Opening Hours: Tue-Thu 530pm-1am, Fri 5.30pm-3am, Sat 3.30pm-3am, Sun 3.30pm-1am (Closed on Mon)
2. Blu Jaz Cafe
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Unwind and relax while you listen to live band performances at Blu Jaz Cafe. This cafe is a bohemian-style pub that has pretty cool interiors and a laid back feel. Set up in a restored shophouse along Bali Lane, Blu Jaz features authentic live jazz, resident DJs and comedy sessions. While the 1st floor usually plays host to local Jazz and Funk banks, the 2nd floor is frequently taken up by local DJs playing 90s Hip Hop to Reggae. On its top floor, expect a quieter lounge catering to their frequent spoken word and poetry performances by local troops.
Whether you are looking for an intimate cosy corner, or prefer outdoor seatings at the courtyard, this place provides it all. Blu Jaz has an extensive menu which features bar snacks to Western comfort food, Asian local delights, and a large selection of beers, spirits and cocktails.
11 Bali Lane, Singapore 189848
Tel: 65 6292 3800
Opening Hours: Mon-Thu 12pm-1am, Fri-Sat 3pm-2am (Closed on Sun)
3. Piedra Negra
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Chill the night away with authentic Mexican food at Piedra Negra. Opened by the same management at Blu Jaz, Piedra Negra serves up delightful Mexican food in an affordable casual dining style. Covered in colourful murals with eclectic pieces of furniture, this place is hard to miss.
Don’t worry about getting a seat here. The restaurant is pretty big and there are tables that are built in as part of the walls that can be unfolded out. Head in if you prefer relaxing in its plush cushioned bar stools casted in soft dim lights with Mexican music playing in the background.
Piedra Negra
Address: 241 Beach Road, Singapore 189753
Tel: 65 6291 1297
Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 12pm-1am
4. Bar Stories
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Located on the 2nd floor of a shophouse, Bar Stories is a quirky little bar. Don’t expect to refer to a drinks list, there is no menu. Every drink here is crafted by a team of mixologists who will bring out the best flavours. As this swanky spot gets a little packed in the evenings, it is recommended that you make a reservation before you make your way down.
Bar Stories
Address: 55/57A Haji Lane, Singapore 189248
Tel: 65 6298 0838
Opening Hours: Mon-Thu 3pm – 1am, Fri-Sat 3pm – 2am, Sun 3pm-1am
5. Maison Ikkoku
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If you’re looking for a great brunch on a weekend, drop by this quaint little cafe. Exposed brick walls, old furniture and bare bulbs light the cafe with its industrial-retro interior. Maison Ikkoku serves up quite a good range of brunch items and is famous for their quality coffee.
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While the 1st floor of the shophouse houses a cosy cafe, its 2nd floor is a cocktail bar by night. Head up to its cosy bar after a good meal at the cafe. Select from the menu of cocktails or simply let the bartenders serve you a cocktail specially catered to your taste buds. With the recent trend of mixology bar openings, this bar is a cut above the rest and is sure to leave you refreshed after a drink or two!
Tel: 65 6294 0078
Opening Hours: Mon-Thu 9am-9pm, Fri-Sat 9am-11pm, Sun 9am-7pm
Tel: 65 6294 0078
Opening Hours: Sun-Thu 4pm-1am, Fri-Sat 4pm-2am
6. Working Title
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If you’re looking for a chill out spot with good coffee, Working Title is the place to go. This cafe is connected to the hostel right above. It has a relaxed, slightly hipster, and indie vibe, with an eclectic choice of furniture that was collected from preloved stores. Pop in for a relaxing time with a friend or with your laptop after the long afternoon exploring the area around Arab Street and Haji Lane. If you’re looking for some extra peace with free wi-fi and sockets, you’ll find an unexpected light and breezy outdoor area to get some work done. The backyard space of the cafe also hosts musical performances at times.
Check out their wide variety of food
Tel: 65 6295 5509
Opening Hours: Mon-Thu 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 10am-11pm
7. The Lab
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As you can tell by their name, The Lab is all about experimenting and trying new things especially when it comes to food. Designed somewhat like an underground laboratory, with assorted lab equipments and copper pipes running down their walls, this cafe is a sight to behold.
The Lab serves up a mixture of experimental Western and European cuisine. You’ll find food from cuisines such as Dutch, Hungarian and Russian on the menu. When you’re here, do try their interesting drinks which are served in beakers and syringes of syrup or coffee.
The Lab
Address: 1 Jalan Pisang #01-01,Singapore 199069
Tel: 65 6299 5681
Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 1230pm-10pm, Sun 1pm-930pm
8. I AM Cafe
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Located at the junction of North Bridge Road and Haji Lane, I AM cafe is inspired by the city of Amsterdam. Halal Certified and opened by 3 Muslim friends, this cafe is an open space concept which serves hearty sandwiches, burgers, pastas and pizzas. One of the must try dishes on their dessert menu is the Rainbow Mille Crepe and Red Velvet Cake baked by one of the owners’ mothers. If your definition of a good chill out place includes good cakes and drinks or a comforting lunch, I AM Cafe is the place to visit!
Do note that this cafe doesn’t take reservations so do drop by early to snag your seats!
I AM Cafe
Address: 674 North Bridge Road #01-01, off Haji Lane, Singapore 188804
Tel: 65 6295 5509
Opening Hours: Mon-Thu 1130am-11pm, Fri-Sat 1130am-1am, Sun 1130am-10pm
Awed by all the bohemian vibes and cosy atmosphere at the Kampong Glam district? If your definition of a good chill out place includes good music, delightful desserts or a good meal, be sure to make your way down this weekend to explore the Kampong Glam area!
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Also read: Beerfest Asia 2016 – Bottoms Up To Your Favourite Beers & More!
Beerfest Asia 2016 – Bottoms Up To Your Favourite Beers & More!
Nothing can be better than spending your weekend having a good cold beer, chilling out to live music and comedy acts, and playing exciting games! This 16 to 19 June, Beerfest Asia returns for its 8th edition featuring over 500 international brews from more than 35 exhibitors. Drop by Marina Promenade’s waterfront and be ready to taste, sample, and compare craft brews around the world.
Don’t fret if you’re not a beer lover, there’s something for everyone at Beerfest Asia 2016! Read on to know more about the exciting events happening during this four-day booze extravaganza, an event definitely not to be missed!
You’ll get to sample over 500 beers
At Beerfest Asia, visitors can expect the largest selection of over 500 international beers from more than 35 exhibitors. To help you out with the wide array of selections, beer sampling platters are available from $8 per platter. Each platter has six portions (50ml each) of beer. Be ready to pick up a reusable sampling glass from any exhibitors and be on your way to taste as many beers and ciders as you can! This is a good way to find out what you like before chugging down on its bottles. Click 
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At Beerfest Asia, you’ll never go hungry. Good food is necessary to pair with those cold beers, ciders and spirits. To feed your hungry pangs, an extensive selection of delicious grub and treats are available from Harry’s, Mr & Mrs Maxwell’s and Tiger’s Milk.
Be spoilt for choice as you chomp on a wide range of snacks from Mr & Mrs Maxwell’s popular wings to Tiger’s Milk Peruvian Para Picars.
Not to be missed tribute acts and local bands
Once you’ve filled up on those good beers, head down to one of the three music stages featuring 30 International tribute acts, local bands and DJs. Sing along to your favourite rock ballads and classic hits at the Rock Marquee while you enjoy internationally acclaimed beers. If you are looking for a more chill out atmosphere, the Blue Marquee is the place for you. Surrounded with craft beers from around the globe, relax as you unwind to the blue vibes. Newest to the festival is the Electronic Marquee with an all-female DJ line up to get you partying and dancing through the night.
With non-stop music at all hours of the festival, you’re guaranteed of good entertainment and vibes! Be sure to drop by all the different marquees to discover different beers. Click 
If you’re in for a laugh, make your way to the Comedy Lounge on site. Catch comedy acts Lars Callieous, Wes Zaharuk from Canada, and regional acts as well as our local heroes. The prefect way to destress and enjoy your weekend.
Tickets to Comedy Show are priced at $28 (in the form of Beerfest Currency).
Enjoy a fun time of pub games
Once you’re full, entertained, and satisfied, gather your friends for a fun time of pub games. From a game of Beer Pong to Darts and Pool Ball, fight to fierce competition or simply enjoy a friendly match to begin with. You’ll have a ball of a time!
Kids get their own fair share of fun too
On Sunday, The Comedy Lounge will be turned into a recreational room for 3 to 12 years old kids. An indoor bouncy castle and art & crafts activities will be available. The area will be all supervised by the Beerfest Asia crew. So don’t worry, enjoy a couple of beers while you leave your kids in the good hands of the crew!
Do note that a $10 (in the form of Beerfest Currency) fee is required and the last kid must be picked up by 6pm sharp! Parents are able to enter the Brew Kids Playard for free if they’d like to accompany their children.
Beerfest Asia – Details
There’s no better way to bring on the weekend than having a nice cold pint of beer and some good company. With so many choices of beer to choose from, it can be confusing, but whether you’re a seasoned beer drinker or a tippling amateur, Beerfest is definitely the festival you must visit! Soak up the fun and be entertained by live music and comedians, we’re sure you’ll be in for a good time.
For more information, visit their official 
Getting there
Via MRT: Alight at Circle Line’s Promenade Station. Exit via A.
By Car: Park at Singapore Flyer’s Car park (Limited lots available). Other car parks to consider are Marina Square, Suntec City and Millenia Walk.
By Taxi: Drop off at the taxi stand of Singapore Flyer and take a 3 minute walk.
16 to 19 June (Thu-Sun)
Admission: From $25 for a one-day advance pass to $180 for a one-day VIP Package.
Festival Hours: Thu 6pm-1am, Fri 6pm-2am, Sat 3pm-2am, Sun 2pm-10pm
Location: Marina Promenade
Beerfest Asia is presented by Redmart. The festival honours and recognises the very best beer in the industry. Click here for Redmart’s extensive selection of alcohol available for delivery.
(All images are from Beerfest Asia official website and Facebook, otherwise stated)
Also read: 6 Affordable Japanese Buffets So You Can Gorge On Fresh Sashimi!
6 Affordable Japanese Buffets So You Can Gorge On Fresh Sashimi!
With free flow of fresh sashimi and more, who can resist Japanese buffets? Though some restaurants at hotels charge exorbitant prices for a buffet, we’ve found 6 places where you don’t need to spend a bomb.
Here’s our list of affordable and good Japanese buffets to indulge in. At the same time, you don’t have to burn a hole in your pockets!
1. Shin Minori Japanese Restaurant
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Tucked away at a corner of UE Square’s Level 3, Shin Minori offers high quality Japanese buffet at an affordable price. Diners can enjoy their meal watching sushi chefs prepare sashimi and sushi while sitting at an open sushi bar. Alternatively, opt for a window seat with views to Robertson Quay area.
There’s a wide range of fresh sashimi, sushi, maki, yakitori, teppanyaki and many more. If you are looking for a private gathering with some privacy, call them to book their private rooms. They have 2 adjourning table sitting rooms which can accomodate 12 pax in each room and also a tatami room that can sit a total of 12 pax for a cosy setting.
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With many positive reviews from customers, Irodori Japanese Restaurant in Riverview Hotel consistently draws crowd for their fresh seafood and selection of over 100 dishes. Prepared by skilful chefs, the restaurant only uses fresh seafood from Australia, New Zealand, Norway and Europe. They serve appetisers, sashimi, sushi, teppanyaki, tempura and many more.
Three private rooms that sit 8, 10 and 12 are available for your business meetings or for some private family time. Be sure to make reservations as this restaurant may be packed even on a weekday!
(Selegie Road)
Price: $36.80++ (Adult); $23++ (children under 10 years old)
Address: 1 Selegie Road, #01-14/15 POMO, Singapore 188306
Contact: 65 6337 7230
Opening Hours: Daily 1130am-2.30pm; 6.00pm-10.30pm
3. Ikoi Japanese Restaurant
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Located just opposite Riverview Hotel lies another affordable yet delightful Japanese buffet. Ikoi Japanese Restaurant is located in the lobby of Hotel Miramar. This small and cosy restaurant keeps diners happy with an extensive selection of fresh Japanese cuisine.
Simple, no-frills and usually full house, this restaurant is highly popular and recommended for its buffet. To keep customers happy while they wait for their food to be served, Ikoi serves complimentary side dishes from salmon sashimi to Japanese teapot soup. On their menu, the fresh cuts of sashimi and wide selection of tempura dishes are the most popular.
It’s best to make reservations at least 1 week in advance.
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Be spoilt with endless servings of snowcrabs, oysters, Häagen-Daz ice cream and free-flow Sapporo Beer at Momiji! With a wide range of quality Japanese cuisine, you probably won’t be able to try every item in a single visit. You can even make your own waffles at their DIY waffle stations!
The servers at Momiji are quick and attentive. Plates are cleared quickly to make room for more food. If you are looking for an intimate dining space, do book their private rooms available at their Revenue House outlet. Be sure to arrive at 6.30pm for their free-flow beer which lasts till 7.30pm!
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Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 12pm-3pm (Lunch); Mon-Thu 6pm-10pm (Dinner); Sat, Sun, Eve of PH, PH 11.30am-3.30pm (Brunch); Fri-Sun, Eve of PH, PH 5.30pm-10pm (Dinner)
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Opening Hours: Daily 5.30pm-10pm (Dinner); Sat, Sun, Eve of PH, PH 11.30am-3.30pm (Brunch)
5. Senki Japanese Restaurant
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Located right in the heart of the city, yet away from the hustle and bustle, Senki serves up a wide range of dishes for its buffet menu. With many items available on their menu (138 items to be exact), it would be best to skip lunch if you are coming for dinner.
Priced reasonably, the service at Senki is efficent. This is the place to go if you are looking to unwind and have an unhurried meal in the city.
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Hidden in a low-rise office complex in Alexandra, the restaurant is surprisingly crowded at 8pm on a weekday. Premium sashimi cuts including swordfish, yellowtail and tuna are fresh and melt in your mouth! Not only do they serve the usual sushi, maki and tempura, but diners are also able to have a shabu shabu or sukiyaki hotpot. There is also teppanyaki at their Alexandra outlet too! With such a wide variety of over 150 items, including appetizers to desserts, this is definitely a spot worth returning for more! Check out their menu (Alexandra)
Price: Lunch $41.80++; Dinner $45.80 (Mon to Thu), Lunch $44.80++; Dinner $48.80 (Fri-Sun, Eve of PH & PH), Lunch/Dinner $30.80 (Child), Lunch/Dinner $33.80 (Adult above 65 yrs old)
Address: 991B Alexandra Rd, #01-08/09, Singapore 119970
Contact: 65 6272 1110
Opening Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm; 6pm-10pm
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7 Best Eats You Must Try Along Tanjong Katong For That Great Meal
The Tanjong Katong neighbourhood is one with cafes and eateries spouting out relatively fast. Coupled with old school eateries and stalls, it’s an eclectic neighbourhood with a wide range of food options.
With its large residential crowd and people flocking from all parts of Singapore, it is undoubtedly a prime spot for cafe owners and eateries.
Well, the East has practically everything for food! Yes, we East siders do take our food very seriously. Do join us for a gastronomic tour down Tanjong Katong Road as bring you 7 best cheap eats all under $15.
1. Punggol Nasi Lemak
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Don’t be fooled by its name. Although this stall is named Punggol Nasi Lemak, it is located along Tanjong Katong Road. Though it is priced slightly highly than your usual plate of Nasi Lemak, you get to choose from a wide array of dishes.
What we recommend – their crispy chicken wings fried to perfection, crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside; and their spicy Otah. Their French Beans fried with dried shrimps is also one of our must haves. For any Nasi Lemak dish, the sambal chilli is the most important condiment and we must say it is on point.
The queue starts as early as 6pm. Fret not, as their staff work quickly and it won’t take too long before it’s your turn (about 15 minutes). Each plate will cost from about $5 to $7 depending on what dishes you pick. Overall, its fried chicken wings and otahs undoubtedly win our hearts.
Punggol Nasi Lemak
Address: 238 Tanjong Katong Rd, Singapore 437026
Tel: 65 6287 0020
Opening Hours: 5.30pm-2.30am, Closed on Thu
2. Eng’s Noodles House
(image credit: wanton mee. This place has come a long way from the 1950s where it started out from a pushcart at Duku Road to a stall at Dunman Food Center and now a shophouse unit along Tanjong Katong Road.
Their noodles are custom made according to Eng’s specifications. Thicker than the usual wanton noodles, they’re springy and firm. Bottles of hot chilli sauce are also provided at each table. Their wontons, though smaller in size, are seriously addictive. Priced at $4.50 for a small bowl of wanton mee and $5.50 for a large one.
Tip: Order an extra plate of wonton (we prefer the non-fried version), you won’t regret it!
Eng’s Noodles House
Address: 287 Tanjong Katong Rd, Singapore 437070
Tel: 8688 2727
Opening Hours: Daily 11am-9pm
3. Little Ice Cream Kafe
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Known as LICK in short, this homely ice cream palour is opened by a pair of sisters-in-law. Serving up 30 flavours ranging from the good old classics, zesty fruity flavours to local delights, this is the place to go for a late night ice cream fix!
Some of their best sellers include Gula Melaka, Sea Salt Caramel, and Mao Shan Wang. This place also makes really good crispy waffles which are fluffy and soft on the inside.
The cafe is quite small and it is difficult to get a seat on weekends as it is usually crowded. $3.30 for a single scoop, $5.30 for double scoop and approximately $10 for 2 scoops of ice cream and waffles.
Tip: Half-price for waffles every Tuesday. Free Wi-Fi available.
Address: 258 Tanjong Katong Rd, Singapore 437046
Tel: 65 6440 8526
Opening Hours: Mon-Thu 1pm-11pm, Fri-Sat 12pm-12am
4. Maekhong Thai Cuisine
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If you’re looking for affordable and good Thai food, check out Maekhong Thai Cuisine. With over 100 dishes on the menu, Chef Kuan and his team cook for the Singaporean’s tastebuds while retaining the authenticity of each dish.
Try their Basil Seafood Fried Rice (pictured above) at $6.80 nett. A very affordable price for big pieces of squid, sliced fish and prawns. Their Pineapple Rice ($6.80) with lap cheong (chinese port sausage) is delectable to say the least. For the sweet tooth, order their Red Ruby or Mango Sticky Rice for the perfect end to a great meal.
Maekhong Thai Cuisine
Address: 228 Tanjong Katong Road, Singapore 437053
Tel: 65 6440 7714
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 11am-3pm, 5-10.30pm, Sat-Sun 10am-10pm
5. Nan Xiang Chicken Rice
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Nan Xiang Chicken Rice is the stall to visit if you are looking for some good chicken rice at Tanjong Katong. Located in a coffee shop along Tanjong Katong Road, this stall not only serves chicken rice but also the best char siew (cantonese roasted meat), roasted to perfection! Its char siew is done old school style – charred with fatty cuts. They also serve good roast duck and sio bak (crispy roast pork belly).
With quality food at affordable prices, this stall often gets crowded during meal times but it is well worth the waiting time for a good plate of chicken rice and char siew. A plate of chicken rice or char siew rice starts from $3.
Nan Xiang Chicken Rice
Address: 271 Tanjong Katong Road, Singapore 437054
Tel: 65 6397 6823/ 9752 3448 (Jimmy)
Opening Hours: 9.30am-10pm, Closed on Tue
6. The Laneway Market
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Located at a laneway (at Boscombe Road) off the busy Tanjong Katong Road lies a cosy cafe where people come together to enjoy good food. Serving up casual breakfasts to dinner mains, with speciality coffee and in-house baked pastries to go along, this cafe presents a welcoming atmosphere for its customers.
If you’d like to enjoy a chill out evening, drop by The Laneway Market. Its coffee, tea and desserts are decent with no extra GST or service charge. The cafe also provides free Wi-Fi and iced water. You can spend almost the whole day in the comforts of the cafe catching up with friends or work.
For the coffee lovers, try their Laneway Cuppa ($6), a special blend of Sumatran and Ethiopian beans infused with a shot of coconut essence. Their Earl Grey latte ($6) and cold brewed coffee are worthy of mention too. For the mains, we recommend their Laneway Carbonara – Bacon, Chipolatas, Sous Vide Egg ($15).
Whats more – download the Hollerout app and receive 10% discount with $40 min spent (code: DISCOVERSG).
The Laneway Market
Address: 266 Tanjong Katong Road, Singapore 437053
Tel: 65 6719 8832
Opening Hours: Wed-Sundays: 11am-930pm, Closed on Mon & Tue
7. Do.Main Bakery
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Address: 226 Tanjong Katong Road, Singapore 437015
Tel: 65 6348 1406
Opening Hours: Tue-Thu 8am-9pm, Fri-Sun 8am-10.30pm
With so much good and cheap food along Tanjong Katong Road, there’s no reason to procrastinate. Head down soon to explore the place!
For those driving to Tanjong Katong, parking may be difficult to find along the main road, but there is a big public carpark if you turn into the road just beside Caltex. If you know of any other affordable must eats at Tanjong Katong, do drop us a comment and let us know!
(Header image by Instagram user @howicworld, edited by writer)
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